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Name	Border Collie	Welsh Sheepdog	Scotch Collie
Origins	England Scotland Wales	Wales	Scotland
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog	Welsh Collie	Old Farm Collie Scottish Collie Farm Collie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Sheepdog? Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie weight comparison:	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)	Male: 15-35 pounds (7-16 kg), Female: 13-33 pounds (6-15 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)	Male: 25 pounds (11.5 kg), Female: 23 pounds (10.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie? Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie height comparison:	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	Male: 16-19 inches (41-47 cm), Female : 14-17 inches (38-44 cm)	Male: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	Male: 17.5 inches (44 cm), Female : 15.5 inches (41 cm)	Male: 22.5 inches (57 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	Unknown	$700-$900
Availability Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie?	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie intelligence:	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Welsh Sheepdog is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Scotch Collie dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie trainability comparison.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie?	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are average defenders. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie? Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious	Active Energetic Intelligent	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Loyal Gentle Social
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Scotch Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie?	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Welsh Sheepdog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Scotch Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie social needs comparison:	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Welsh Sheepdog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Border Collie dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie playfulness comparison:	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Welsh Sheepdog is a playful breed. See more.	The Scotch Collie is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie?	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Welsh Sheepdog barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Scotch Collie is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie?	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Welsh Sheepdog indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Scotch Collie indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Scotch Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie?	Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Scotch Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Welsh Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Scotch Collie bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Welsh Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Scotch Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie mouthiness comparison:	Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie?	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Welsh Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Scotch Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Welsh Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Scotch Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog and Scotch Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Welsh Sheepdog: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Scotch Collie: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Welsh Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie? Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie energy level comparison:	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Scotch Collie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Scotch Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie?	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Scotch Collie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Welsh Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Scotch Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie coat comparison:	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long	Feathered	Dense Thick Flat
Colors What are the original Border Collie, Welsh Sheepdog and Scotch Collie color?	Black Tan Red Sable Brindle Lilac Gold Seal White & Red Slate Sable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merle Blue merle-tricolor Slate merle Red merle Saddleback Sable White & Blue White & Blue Merle White & Red Merle White Ticked White & Gold White & Sable White & Seal	Black White Red	White Sable Blue & Merle Black & White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie? Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie grooming comparison:	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Welsh Sheepdog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Scotch Collie requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie? Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Scotch Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie?	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Scotch Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Welsh Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Scotch Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.	Scotch Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Scotch Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie?	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Scotch Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie?	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Scotch Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie?	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Scotch Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie?	Yes Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Welsh Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Scotch Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Welsh Sheepdog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Scotch Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Welsh Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Scotch Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Border Collie or Welsh Sheepdog or Scotch Collie? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie?	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Welsh Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Scotch Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Border Collie and Welsh Sheepdog and Scotch Collie have?	4-8 puppies	2-8 puppies	8-12 puppies
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Border Collie vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Scotch Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The American Int. Border Collie Registry The American Border Collie Association	No data available	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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